Mold Remediation
Mold remediation is the process of removal and/or cleanup of mold from an indoor environment. Why Mold Remediation? The purpose of the clean-up process is to eliminate the mold and fungal growth and to remove contaminated materials. As a general rule, simply killing the mold with a biocide is not enough. The mold must be removed since the chemicals and proteins, which cause a reaction in humans, are still present even in dead mold.
Why "All Dry" Mold Remediation? bullet Certified Technicians isolate the area of contamination to minimize the spread of mold spores to other areas of the home. bullet Certified Technicians Remove and clean contaminated areas in a way that prevents the emission of fungi and dust. bullet Contaminated materials that cannot be cleaned are removed according to mold remediation standards.
Several types of equipment may be used in the remediation process and may include: bullet Moisture meter: a tool that measures the moisture level in building materials. It can also be used to measure the progress of the drying of damaged materials. Moisture meters have a small probe that is inserted into the material, or pressed directly against the material's surface. Moisture meters can be used on carpet, wallboard, woods, brick, and other masonry. bullet Humidity gauge: measures the amount of humidity in the indoor environment. Often gauges are paired with a thermometer to measure the temperature. bullet Borescope: a hand-held tool that allows the user to see potential mold problems inside walls, ceilings, crawl spaces, and other tight spaces. It consists of a camera on the end of a flexible “snake”. No major drilling or cutting of dry wall is required. bullet Digital camera: used to document findings during assessment. bullet PPE: includes respirators, gloves, impervious suit, and eye protection. These items can be used during the assessment and remediation processes.